GOOD - Uses a high-temperature wash cycle to help get your dishes clean. Very hot water is the key to breaking-down grease and cleaning dishes. Does not include a sanitizing option that is now available on most new dishwashers.

Cycles

FAIR - Number of cycles and options is 37% lower than average and ranks in the bottom 5% of new dishwashers for FAIR program selection and flexibility. Fewer cycles and options make it harder to match your particular needs.

Energy

FAIR - Estimated annual electricity use is 11% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is not Energy Star qualified.

Water

FAIR - Estimated annual water use is 16% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 45% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 121 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher.

Sound

POOR - Sound levels are 23% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 5% of new dishwashers with POOR noise suppression. It is 11 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher.

Cost

BEST - Rated in the top 1% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BEST affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $349 is 59% lower than average. The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ is priced about $493 less than average.

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Cleaning Ratings

SprayJets

No Spray Jets - High pressure water spray jets are not available with the DU1014XTXQ model. Jets are featured on about 35% of new dishwashers and are effective on dishes with baked-on food or grease.

HighTemp

High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes.

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Steam

No Steam Option - Like most new dishwashers, this model does not have the capability to generate steam. High-temperature water vapor can be an effective means of loosening baked-on or dried food deposits.

WashLevels

4 Wash Levels - Below average number of wash levels. Multiple wash levels allow water to saturate dishes from different angles and directions. Less wash levels generally means less thorough cleaning.

SensorWashing

No Sensor Washing - Not fitted with soil, load, or temperature sensors. The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ has a higher potential for incorrect water temperature or for water to be wasted on unnecessary rinse cycles.

SanitizeCycle

No Sanitize Cycle - No option to run a sanitary wash or rinse cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Sanitize cycles are available on over 80% of new dishwashers.

Cycles &Options

6 Cycles & Options - Number of cycles and options is 37% lower than average and ranks in the bottom 5% of new dishwashers for FAIR program selection and flexibility. Fewer cycles and options make it harder to match your particular needs.

FoodDisposer

Built-In Food Disposer - Includes a built-in food disposer that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris. Minimizes the number of food particles that can deposit on dishes or cling to glasses.

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WaterSoftener

No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers.

Drying Ratings

HeatedDry

Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers.

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TubMaterial

Plastic Tub - The interior is composed of standard plastic which does not aid the drying process like stainless steel interiors. About 40% of new dishwashers are fitted with plastic tubs.

ConcealedElement

No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting.

Loading Ratings

No. ofRacks

2 Racks - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items.

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SprayArms

Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility.

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AdjustableRacks

Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings.

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RemovableRacks

Not Removable - The racks cannot be removed. Little less convenient for those occasions when you have huge items that won't fit with both racks installed. Only about 30% of new dishwashers have this feature.

Fold-DownTines

Non-Folding Tines - Rack divider tines cannot be folded down and remain in a stationary vertical position. Non-folding tines are found on 40% of new dishwashers and limit your ability to add horizontal space.

Cup Shelf

No Cup / Stemware Shelf - Does not have an additional cup shelf that provides extra room to stack more glasses and coffee cups or to secure stemware. Available on most new dishwashers.

SilverwareBasket

Standard Basket - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ uses a basic silverware basket that is found on about 30% of new dishwashers. Some premium baskets can be split into two sections or moved to different areas inside the dishwasher.

UtilityContainer

No Utility Container - Does not have an extra utility basket or tray like 70% of other new dishwashers. These extra baskets and trays can store larger items that don't fit in the standard basket.

DetergentDispenser

No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent.

Capacity Ratings

PlaceSettings

14 Settings - Number of place settings is 2% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often.

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TubSize

Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.

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Noise Ratings

SoundLevel

62 dbA - Sound levels are 23% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 5% of new dishwashers with POOR noise suppression. It is 11 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher.

Efficiency Ratings

EnergyStar

No Energy Star - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ is not Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. It uses more electricity and water than most new dishwashers and will be more costly to operate.

EnergyRating

300 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is 11% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is not Energy Star qualified.

WaterRating

877 Gal - Estimated annual water use is 16% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 45% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 121 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher.

EnergySaver

Energy-Saver Cycle - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy.

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HalfLoad

No Half-Load Option - No option to save water and energy by washing just a half-load in either the upper or lower rack. You can still be eco-friendly by waiting for a full load before running a cycle.

DelayStart

Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone.

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CEETier 1

No CEE Tier 1 - It is unknown if this dishwasher model meets CEE Tier 1 criteria by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency because the required Energy Factor data is not available.

Style Ratings

Exterior

White - Standard white front seems to never go out of style. It's easy to color-coordinate with the rest of your kitchen appliances, and it's more economical than stainless steel or panel-ready doors.

Interior

Plastic Tub - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ standard white plastic tub and door lining is more susceptible to staining and odor absorption over time. Over 60% of new dishwashers now have stainless steel interiors.

Controls

All-Digital Controls -Touch-pad control console is all-digital and visible from the front. Not as stylish as fully-integrated (hidden) consoles, but sometimes more convenient to use without opening the door.

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Display

Digital Display - The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ control console includes a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent operating information that helps you monitor the wash.

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Cost Ratings

MSRP

$349 - Rated in the top 1% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BEST affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $349 is 59% lower than average. The Whirlpool DU1014XTXQ is priced about $493 less than average.